Mango Leaves Decoration Ideas For Yugadi, Hindu New Year Celebrations
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Karnataka to Host Mass Seemantha Ceremonies Across Districts from Next Year
Hebbalkar highlighted the initiatives goal of celebrating motherhood while enhancing government outreach
Speaker UT Khader Defends Suspension of Karnataka MLAs
Khader criticized the BJP, stating that the chaos in the Assembly could have been prevented if the previous government had taken strict disciplinary measures
Despite 'Constitution Change' Remark, Congress Stands Firmly Behind DK Shivakumar; Here's Why
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar is supported by Congress despite his controversial comments on changing the Constitution, aiming to counter BJP's narrative before elections.
The money is expected to benefit 2,36,933 farmers
India must brace for 9-10 per cent power demand surge in 2025 amid rising temperatures, warn experts
NEW DELHI: India should prepare for a nine to 10 per cent growth in peak electricity demand this summer with the country expected to experience more heatwaves, experts have warned. Last year, the all-India peak electricity demand crossed 250 gigawatts (GW) on May 30, which was 6.3 per cent higher than projections. Climate change-induced heat stress is one of the key factors driving electricity demand. Currently, industries, households and agriculture account for 33 per cent, 28 per cent and 19 per cent of India's total electricity consumption, respectively. Household electricity demand has grown the fastest over the past decade, according to Disha Agarwal, Senior Programme Lead Renewables at the Delhi-based think tank Council on Energy, Environment and Water. The share of household electricity consumption increased from 22 per cent in 2012-13 to 25 per cent in 2022-23. Much of this rise can be attributed to economic growth and the increasing need for cooling due to rising temperatures, experts say. In the summer of 2024, room air conditioner sales surged by 40 to 50 per cent year-on-year amid record-breaking temperatures, Agarwal said. India must now brace for extended heatwaves and a peak electricity demand growth of 9-10 per cent. However, our analysis shows that this peak demand will only last for a short period, she added. Agarwal said India's electricity consumption has been growing at about 9 per cent annually since 2020-21, compared to 5 per cent per year in the previous decade. The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) had estimated that electricity demand would grow at a rate of 6 per cent per year from 2022 to 2030. At the Global Heat and Cooling Forum, organised by the Natural Resources Defense Council last week, experts raised concerns about the increasing demand for air conditioning as summer temperatures continue to rise. Abhas Jha, Practice Manager, Infrastructure Resilience Policy and Finance for South Asia at the World Bank, said that under a moderate emissions scenario, the number of heatwaves in India is expected to triple. India is set to become the largest market for air conditioners globally. Every 15 seconds, an air conditioner is sold in India. AC penetration in the country is currently around 8 per cent compared to 90 per cent in developed nations, he said. AC penetration in India is going to increase. The problem is that most of these air conditioners are highly energy-inefficient -- three-star or unstarred, or unbranded ACs that consume a lot of energy. And if we continue on this trajectory, forget 1.5 degrees Celsius, even 2 degrees Celsius is off the table, Jha said. Study reveals India unprepared for growing heatwave threat; warns of rising deaths A few years ago, the International Energy Agency projected that energy demand from air conditioners would triple by 2050, equivalent to adding 10 new air conditioners every second for the next 30 years. In spite of that rise, two to five billion people will still lack access to air conditioners in 2050, said Rishika Khosla, Research Director of the Oxford India Centre for Sustainable Development at the University of Oxford. She said ongoing research has shown that in a world two degrees Celsius warmer than pre-industrial times, the largest cooling demand, in terms of total population, will come from India, followed by China, Nigeria, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Brazil, the Philippines, and the US. Khosla said achieving thermal comfort for everyone without harming the planet is possible. This will require a strong focus on passive cooling methods, energy efficiency and phasing out harmful refrigerant gases. These measures can reduce cooling-related emissions by 66 per cent, with the remaining reductions coming from decarbonizing the electricity grid, she said. The Oxford researcher added that thermal comfort is not just about temperature. It also involves humidity, ventilation, radiant temperature, and clothing insulation. Solutions go beyond just switching on one technology, she said. India experienced an exceptionally harsh summer last year, recording 536 heatwave days, the highest in 14 years, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Official data showed that during one of the hottest and longest heat waves, India recorded 41,789 suspected heat stroke cases and 143 heat-related deaths. This year, the heatwave arrived much earlier than last year. In 2024, Odisha saw its first heatwave on April 5, but in 2025, parts of Konkan and Coastal Karnataka experienced heatwaves as early as February 27-28. The IMD has forecast above-normal maximum and minimum temperatures across most parts of the country during the summer season which extends from March to May. Pollution, heatwave impacting children's health and education in India: UNICEF report
Gold smuggling: Gaurav Gupta submits report
BENGALURU: Additional chief secretary Gaurav Gupta, who was directed by the State Government to conduct an inquiry to ascertain the role of DGP K Ramchandra Rao in the gold smuggling case involving his stepdaughter and actress Ranya Rao, is said to have submitted his report to the government. The details of the findings of the inquiry is yet to be known. On March 10, the government appointed Gupta to conduct an inquiry into the misuse of protocol privileges and the role of DGP Rao in the case. Ranya is alleged to have exploited the privileges granted to Rao to bypass security checks at airports to smuggle out gold. The government, on March 15, ordered Rao, MD of Karnataka State Police Housing and Infrastructure Development Corporation, to go on compulsory leave. Gold smuggling case: Karnataka HC restrains media from defamatory coverage of actor Ranya Rao, father
Centre, Oppn spar over Karnatakas 4 per cent Muslim quota
Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar said he has never stated that the Constitution will be amended
Ban channels posting SSLC question papers
BENGALURU: The Karnataka Associated Managements of Primary and Secondary Schools (KAMS) urged the state government to ban all websites, YouTube channels, and social media platforms that are falsely claiming to have real SSLC exam question papers. The association called for legal action against those sharing these fake papers, warning that the misinformation is creating confusion and anxiety among students. This follows a rise in the circulation of fake SSLC question papers on social media, where miscreants are misleading students by promoting them as real question papers. On Sunday, a day before Maths exam, fake question papers claiming to be the real ones were circulated on YouTube Shorts. Previously during the preparatory exams, science and social science question papers were circulated on YouTube, a day before the exams. Kumar said this illegal activity is not only causing distress among students but also putting their future at risk. The association had earlier filed a complaint with the City Police Commissioner and, based on his advice, had brought the matter to the attention of the education department - both the minister and the education commissioner.
Kathua operation: Search for hiding terrorists continues, ammunition recovered
Kathua operation: Search for hiding terrorists continues, ammunition recovered Jammu: The ongoing operation against hiding terrorists in Jammu and Kashmirs Kathua district entered its third day on Tuesday even as arms and ammunition have been recovered from the operation site. Officials said on Monday that a few rounds of firing were again heard from the [] The post Kathua operation: Search for hiding terrorists continues, ammunition recovered appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Ozone homebuyers withdraw cases from toothless K-RERA
BENGALURU: Charging the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-RERA) of being completely ineffective in delivering justice, home owners of the ultra-luxury Ozone Urbana residential campus in Devanahalli, withdrew all seven cases filed with the Authority over the years. They plan to file them afresh in the Karnataka High Court, with one case already being filed. The order permitting them to withdraw all their cases was issued by K-RERA Chairman Rakesh Singh and member GR Reddy on March 18, after a request was made by the Ozone Urbana Buyers Welfare Association on February 28. Ozone Urbana was planned on 185 acres as a separate Dream City within the city. A number of residential complexes were proposed within this city, with each having anywhere between 1,000 and 2,000 houses. A 240-bed hospital, retail mall, entertainment centre, 1lakh sqft of clubhouse and two senior citizen homes figured among its plans, say multiple home buyers. The deadline was 2017. Over the past six years, cases were filed by the Association against Ozone Urbana Infra Developers Private Limited for non-completion of their flats, among multiple other charges. Speaking on behalf of the association, a member who did not want to be named, billed RERA as completely ineffective and toothless. Ozone Urbana Developers has the maximum number of 590 cases filed against it in the state. K-RERA has issued 214 execution orders for revenue recovery, but not a single order has been honoured by the builder. We only ended up spending money on lawyer fees. Since it has failed to help the home buyers, we have decided to approach the High Court for justice and start from scratch. Among the buyers hit hard is senior citizen couple Raju Sandhwani and his wife Bhavana, who bought two properties at Ozone Urbana for nearly Rs 1crore. A distraught Raju said, K-RERA is a defunct body and needs to shut down. My wife and I jointly invested in a 3BHK flat at Ozone Pavilion, which was to be handed over in 2017. We are yet to get the house. The full fee refund order issued to the builder has been ignored completely. We also invested in a 1BHK in Irene senior home, and that money too is gone. A similar RERA order for refund has again been ignored by the Ozone developer. Stating that they have developed diabetes and other health issues due to the financial stress, he said, Our lifes savings are invested here. We had a nice plan to live together in the 3BHK and after one of us leaves this world, the other could move into the senior home. Asked to respond to these allegations, RERA Chairman Rakesh Singh said, We have done whatever is possible within the RERA Act. The actual process of recovery needs to be carried out by other government departments.
Power Grid shares in focus after acquisition of 3 project SPVs for nearly Rs 44 cr
Power Grid Corporation of India has acquired three project SPVs for a total of Rs 43.73 crore to enhance power infrastructure in Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh. These projects will follow the BOOT model, involving the development of substations and transmission lines.
Tuberculosis: Treatment gaps among genders a worry
BENGALURU: Tuberculosis (TB) continues to be a major health concern in Karnataka, with nearly 80,000 cases reported in the state in 2024. According to the state health department, adolescents account for 4,989 cases, while non-adolescents make up 74,379 cases. Adolescent females outnumber males, but the trend reverses in adults, where men are nearly twice as affected as women. Bengaluru city has the highest TB burden with 11,897 cases, followed by Raichur (4,364) and Kalaburagi (4,342). Among adolescents, Bengaluru city has 1,012 cases and Kalaburagi 374 cases. World Tuberculosis Day is observed on March 24 every year. Speaking to TNIE , District Health Officers (DHOs) posted across various districts highlighted a gap between how a man and a woman receives the care. The officials mentioned that while TB affects both men and women, social stigma and economic barriers often delay care for female patients, leading to worse outcomes. The DHOs also mentioned that they have been witnessing cases where females were abandoned by their families or prevented from marrying due to fears of infertility. Lead Consultant, Interventional Pulmonology, Aster CMI Hospital, Dr Sunil Kumar K explained that undiagnosed TB poses an increased risk of maternal mortality, preterm labour, and low birth weight in newborns. In Karnataka, maternal health challenges persist, and untreated TB further increases these concerns. The non-specific presentation of TB symptoms in women such as fatigue, weight loss, and a persistent mild cough often leads to misdiagnosis, as these symptoms are frequently attributed to nutritional deficiencies or other common ailments. Consequently, a substantial number of TB cases in women go unrecognised and unreported, suggesting that the true burden of the disease may be significantly higher than current data indicated, Dr Sunil stressed. The Union Health Ministry has been running schemes like Nikshay Poshan Yojana, which gives TB patients Rs 1,000 per month during treatment, and Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, which provides extra nutritional support through community donations. However, despite these efforts, women battling TB say the emotional and mental toll is far worse than the financial strain. Gayathri Nair, a teacher and member of Hosa Hambala, an NGO supporting TB patients in rural Karnataka, highlighted that even after treatment, many women struggle with skin discolouration and persistent weakness, making it difficult to return to normal life. What affects the patients most are the ways people react to their appearance. The discrimination is worse than the disease itself, she said.
UNSC reform imperative for political solutions to back peacekeeping to end conflicts: India
UNSC reform imperative for political solutions to back peacekeeping to end conflicts: India United Nations: India has said that a reform of the Security Council is essential for finding enduring peace in conflict situations because, ultimately, political solutions must support peacekeeping operations. Peacekeeping cannot be the sole solution to conflicts, Indias Permanent Representative P. Harish [] The post UNSC reform imperative for political solutions to back peacekeeping to end conflicts: India appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Hindustani Bhau files writ petition against Farah Khan
Hindustani Bhau files writ petition against Farah Khan Mumbai: Social media personality Hindustani Bhau, has now filed a writ petition against choreographer-director Farah Khan. The petition is with regards to his complaint of her disrespecting the culture by calling Holi a festival that majorly celebrated by hooligans. Hindustani Bhau had alleged that Farah referred to [] The post Hindustani Bhau files writ petition against Farah Khan appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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Algeria moves to criminalise French colonialism amid diplomatic tensions with Paris
Algeria moves to criminalise French colonialism amid diplomatic tensions with Paris Algiers: Algerias parliament has established a commission to draft a law criminalising French colonial rule (1830-1962), a move deemed historical amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two countries. During a meeting held last week when the decision to advance the legislation was made, Speaker [] The post Algeria moves to criminalise French colonialism amid diplomatic tensions with Paris appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bihar: Mukesh Sahani advocates social harmony at Dawat-e-Iftar in Muzaffarpur
Bihar: Mukesh Sahani advocates social harmony at Dawat-e-Iftar in Muzaffarpur Patna: Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief and former Bihar minister Mukesh Sahani attended a Dawat-e-Iftar event organised by his party at Dumri Jaimal in Paru block, Muzaffarpur, on Monday. The gathering saw a large turnout of faithful, party leaders, and workers who [] The post Bihar: Mukesh Sahani advocates social harmony at Dawat-e-Iftar in Muzaffarpur appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Conviction rate in Tripura rises by 21 pc: CM Saha
Conviction rate in Tripura rises by 21 pc: CM Saha Agartala: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Monday that the general conviction rate of various cases in Tripura has increased by 20 per cent over the past three years. Answering the questions of the MLAs in the ongoing budget session of the Tripura [] The post Conviction rate in Tripura rises by 21 pc: CM Saha appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Despite implementation of CBSE pattern, state SSC Board would remain: Maha Minister
Despite implementation of CBSE pattern, state SSC Board would remain: Maha Minister Mumbai: Maharashtra school education minister Dadaji Bhuse told the state assembly that even though the government has decided to implement CBSE pattern for the first standard in the government schools, the state SSC Board will not be closed. Bhuse made a statement amid [] The post Despite implementation of CBSE pattern, state SSC Board would remain: Maha Minister appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Karnataka sees increase in divorce pleas, experts call for solutions
Karnataka has seen a spike in divorce cases since the pandemic, attributed to changing societal values, financial stress, and evolving family dynamics. Experts note that most divorces occur within five years of marriage, with Bengaluru among the cities experiencing the highest rates in 2025.
DKS 'Muslim quota remark' sparks BJP-Congress Parliament clash
The treasury and opposition benches clashed in both Houses of Parliament on Monday over Karnataka deputy CM D K Shivakumar's purported statement suggesting reservation for Muslims by changing the Constitution.
Supreme Court: PIL on Karnataka 'honeytrap' will be listed for hearing soon
Supreme Court Monday assured early hearing to a PIL petitioner who sought CBI probe into roubling allegations made on the floor of the Karnataka assembly that a CM-aspirant had honey-trapped several people, including judges. A bench headed by CJI Sanjiv Khanna told counsel Barun Sinha the PIL would be listed soon for hearing.
Will stop Karnataka from going ahead with Mekedatu project: Tamil Nadu - Deccan Herald
Will stop Karnataka from going ahead with Mekedatu project: Tamil Nadu Deccan Herald
I have basic common sense: DKS on comments about Constitution - Deccan Herald
I have basic common sense: DKS on comments about Constitution Deccan Herald
Karnatakas longest cable-stayed bridge to open for traffic by May-end - Deccan Herald
Karnatakas longest cable-stayed bridge to open for traffic by May-end Deccan Herald
Kannada Actors Vinay Gowda, Rajath Kishan Arrested In Arms Act Case
Bigg Boss Kannada fame Vinay Gowda and Rajath Kishan have been arrested by the Karnataka police under sections of the Arms Act, 1959 (U/s-25(1B)(B)) of the Bharatiya Nyay Samhita (BNS), according to police officials.
Bringing the world to Karnataka - Economist Impact
Bringing the world to Karnataka Economist Impact
Karnataka High Court reserves judgment on directing Centre to ban Proton Mail - Deccan Herald
Karnataka High Court reserves judgment on directing Centre to ban Proton Mail Deccan Herald
Cong files privilege notices against Nadda, Rijiju; claims BJP mins resorting to brazen lies
SC to hear today plea for CBI probe into honeyetrap
Makhna elephant rescued in Karnataka's Sakleshpur taluk - Deccan Herald
Makhna elephant rescued in Karnataka's Sakleshpur taluk Deccan Herald
Never said we'd change Constitution for Muslim quota: DK
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar denied on Monday making any comments regarding changing the Constitution to accommodate four per cent reservation for Muslims in the state. He claimed he was misquoted and warned of moving a breach of privilege motion. Shivakumar's remarks came after the BJP forced repeated adjournments in the Lok Sabha over his alleged comments on the matter. The BJP has accused Shivakumar of seeking to change the Constitution for political gain, highlighting the ongoing controversy surrounding reservation policies in India.
Fishermen leader Manju Kola booked for making provocative speech in Karnataka - Deccan Herald
Fishermen leader Manju Kola booked for making provocative speech in Karnataka Deccan Herald
Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha see adjournments as BJP raises Shivakumar`s remarks
Earlier on Monday, ruckus erupted in Rajya Sabha over the Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister`s remarks with BJP leaders alleging that he had talked of `changing the Constitution`
Karnataka man dies after injuring spinal cord while diving in pool - Deccan Herald
Karnataka man dies after injuring spinal cord while diving in pool Deccan Herald
Call for joint efforts to eradicate tuberculosis
Why has your paan become pricey?
Miscreants break SUV windshield, steal laptop, Rs 7L cash
Congress moves breach of privilege notices against Kiren Rijiju and JP Nadda
Congress has filed breach of privilege notices against ministers Kiren Rijiju and JP Nadda over alleged false statements regarding the Karnataka deputy chief minister's comments on Muslim quota in government contracts. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge claims the BJP is diverting attention from corruption in the judiciary.
Karnataka to promote AI-based governance in administration: Chief Secretary
Reality show contestants wield weapon on reels, held
Food from the woods: the forgotten link to climate resilience
As the global environmental crisis demands a fundamental rethink on the way food is produced and consumed, there are lessons to learn from communities such as the Soligas in the B.R. Hills in Karnataka
BJP accuses Congress of communal politics over reported comments on religion-based reservation in LS
The Lok Sabha session faced disruptions as BJP protested against Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar's suggestion to consider religion-based reservation in the Constitution. Minister Kiran Rijiju demanded Shivakumar's removal, questioning the Congress's stance on BR Ambedkar and constitutional principles. Opponents feel the Muslim quota in government contracts is politically and legally untenable, potentially benefiting BJP.
HDK moves HC against land encroachment notice
Bengaluru-based band grabs attention at the metro station
This is my tribute to all Kannadigas: Sonu Nigam enthrals Belagavi crowd
Milk price hike: Karnataka chief minister defers decision
Karnataka Government Sets Up Task Force For Ease Of Doing Business For MSMES
The meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh, was held to take more proactive steps towards simplifying the regulatory regime.
In power-surplus state, why is Bengaluru facing frequent power outages?
Bengaluru college declares holiday to keep date with Mohanlal film
Complaint filed on fake SSLC exam papers in Karnataka
Cyber economic crimes: Karnataka HC advises caution on anticipatory bail
Two years on, Bal Mandirs for transgender children remain empty
Torture forced 19-yr-old girl & mom to get rid of realtor-spouse
Factory owner murdered by two workers over loan row
As per the rules, the guest teachers service will end by March 31, 2025. However, the academic year 2024-25 will end on April 10, 2025, and schools will declare summer vacation. After that, other processes, including school enrollment, will continue.
Newborn found in dustbin, mother and accomplice arrested
R Ashoka accuses Karnataka govt of phone tapping, alleges political conspiracy - Daijiworld.com
R Ashoka accuses Karnataka govt of phone tapping, alleges political conspiracy Daijiworld.com
Malpe harbour assault: Another suo motu case registered for provocative speech
ZP CEO directs GPs to ensure uninterrupted water supply in villages
Malpe harbour assault: Woman urges Udupi DC to drop case
Trust to build 14 more houses for Koraga families in Kundapur
Puttur Govt College launches fee-free admission drive to boost enrolment
Early weather warning can mitigate crop loss: Scientist
Unofficial parcel deliveries eating into NWKRTC revenue
Chitradurga zilla panchayat keeps water bowls for birds
Power outage at GIMS hosp affects patients
Kalaburagi officials take action to address water scarcity in villages
Kalaburagi farmers receive Rs 667.7 crore in unprecedented financial support
KSEAB files plaint against fake question papers of ongoing SSLC exam
Min announces mass baby showers across dists from next month
Zakir Nadaf selected for Abhinaya Bharati Award
Belagavi cops arrest MES leader in Maha
Wont allow House to function if suspension of 18 MLAs not revoked: Karnataka BJP - Deccan Herald
Wont allow House to function if suspension of 18 MLAs not revoked: Karnataka BJP Deccan Herald
Internal reservation for SCs sees light with panel set to submit report
BJP accuses govt of phone tapping
Centre cuts MGNREGS workdays, rural job prospects hit ahead of peak summer
Malpe Police Apprehend Suspect, Recover Stolen Goods in Theft Case
Malpe Police Apprehend Suspect, Recover Stolen Goods in Theft Case Udupi: The Malpe police have successfully arrested a suspect in connection with the theft of cash and a mobile phone belonging to a 21-year-old woman. The incident, which occurred on March 21st along the Kellar Kallabettu-Santhekatte road, involved the theft of a bag containing a [] The post Malpe Police Apprehend Suspect, Recover Stolen Goods in Theft Case appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Malpe Police Initiate Case Against Manju Kola for Incendiary Speech at Protest
Malpe Police Initiate Case Against Manju Kola for Incendiary Speech at Protest Udupi: The Malpe Police have registered a self-initiated First Information Report (FIR) against Manju Kola, former district president of the Hindu Yuva Sena, following a speech deemed provocative and potentially inciting. The speech was delivered on March 22nd during a protest meeting organized [] The post Malpe Police Initiate Case Against Manju Kola for Incendiary Speech at Protest appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
'Milk unions for farmers' benefit, not profits': Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah - Deccan Herald
'Milk unions for farmers' benefit, not profits': Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Deccan Herald
Karnataka: Dy CM warns legal action against BJP over false propaganda
Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Shivakumar asserted I have never said we would change the Constitution. The BJP is carrying out propaganda. I will fight it legally.
Will take legal action for misquoting me: Shivakumar on Muslim quota remarks
Will take legal action for misquoting me: Shivakumar on Muslim quota remarks Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said on Monday that he will take legal action against the BJP for misquoting him over Muslim quota remarks. I will initiate a breach of privilege motion and take legal action for misquoting me. The BJP [] The post Will take legal action for misquoting me: Shivakumar on Muslim quota remarks appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Rajya Sabha Adjourned Amid Uproar Over Karnataka Reservation Issue - NDTV Profit
Rajya Sabha Adjourned Amid Uproar Over Karnataka Reservation Issue NDTV Profit
Rajya Sabha Adjourned Amid Uproar Over Karnataka Reservation Issue
Dhankhar gave Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju the floor to speak on what the ruling party members were agitating about.
Couple set to marry kill newborn, dump body in garbage bin in Karnataka
BELAGAVI: The Belagavi police arrested a couple on charges of killing their newborn and dumping the body in a garbage bin. Police said Mahabalesh Kamoji (31) and Simran alias Muskan (22), both from Ambadgatti village, near Kittur, were in a relationship for the past three years and were supposed to get married shortly. No one in Muskan's family realised that she was pregnant and she eventually gave birth on March 5. According to Belagavi Superintendent of Police, Bhimashankar Guled, Muskan had labour pain and decided to give birth to the baby in the bathroom. Sources said she had watched a video on her mobile phone on how to self-deliver a baby. Meanwhile, she was on a video-call with Mahabalesh and they decided to dump the baby to hide the birth from her family. The couple disposed of the body in a garbage bin near Ambadgatti the same day. After a few days, locals who found the dead child in the garbage bin informed the Kittur police. For the past two weeks, the Kittur police had launched an investigation to find the parents of the dead child and succeeded in arresting the couple from Ambadgatti. The police said the couple confessed to killing the child after the birth. Soon after recovering the child's body, the police filed a case under Section 94 of BNS and subsequently completed the process of postmortem and funeral. After arresting the couple, the police filed a case of murder against them and produced them in court.
All advocates associations should reserve posts for women members like AAB: Karnataka High Court
